Recent content by Rat458

Just trying to help people understand what they have bought . I know two people that bought the Baofengs not realizing what they were or what they could do. See them marketed as walkie talkies to unsuspecting folks. Enjoy them , they are fun once you learn all of the different things you can...

I guess its just about following the rules. It is about federal regulations that cover the bands allocated . You may be interfering with other users that you may not be aware of. The FCC just doesn't have the time or interest in pursuing 'wanna be preppers' . I am a licensed amateur radio...

Spent a little while in a Army 'Boat 'unit in here in Washington while a National Guard member. They have a small number of landing craft that I rebuilt the engines for.

Our paper is the same. Cant even read it without a subscription. Way to many errors on the reports written to be taken serious. And a political slant I don't care for.

Kinda like AR's with muzzle brakes. Doesn't bother the user , just the people around them.

Add United Health to that list.

I have had issues with Xfinity also. Almost impossible to get through to customer service . We dont have much choice where I live as to who our provider is. We use them for our internet but are looking at other options for tv. Also have issues with a local health provider, why do they insist on...

I had a similar experience also. Sierra used to offer single shot pistol bullets when IMSA was popular. Called them to find out the recommended velocity range for them. Was a 30 caliber 135 gr bullet and they said keep it under 1500 fps. Wanted to use it as a lighter recoiling load for my super...

Carried Hydrashock for years and then switched to HST . Never had anything that they wouldn't work in so far. Proven design just wish they were available for us reloaders.

Gun shows here are mostly flea markets with some shooting stuff thrown in . The state laws keep most people away since you cant buy any thing without making arrangements to get your back ground check and FFL transfer and wait 10 days. Whats the point ? And over priced ammo the gougers are trying...

Congratulations. Got my Tech a few years ago and took classes for my General last year. Welcome to the club. And yes , another rabbit hole to pursue. You can do it if you shop around and many Elmers like to get new people started with advice and parts. I spend a lot of time on 2 meters and and...

It can vary a lot state to state. In Washington we had 90 days when the landlord sold the property. I would be contacting a lawyer. The landlord is threatening to confiscate and destroy Your personal property.

A lot of camera gear too.

Been into music and stereo gear since the early 70's. Being in the Army made buying good gear a bonus. Lots of stuff has passed through my hands. Main system now is a restored Pioneer SX 1250 receiver , Teac X 1000 RTR , Nakamichi BX 300 cassette deck , Project turntable and AR 9 speakers. Not...

Looks like they are following the lead of the auto makers business model. Don't give us what we want,give us what they want us to buy. And dont worry about working on it your self , we'll take care of all repairs for you.